When a business valuation is necessary, it is vital to have a thoroughly documented appraisal report prepared by a competent, professionally qualified appraiser. Complex laws and court interpretations of the laws require greater attention to fiduciary responsibilities by business professionals, especially where potential litigation may be involved. Through its affiliate, Ascend Capital Group provides business valuations for simple to complex valuation situations. Business valuation services are available for:

• Buying, selling all or partial interest in a business

• Valuation of majority and/or minority interest of stock in closely held businesses

• Business financing (SBA, conventional) or insurance (business or life)

• Succession, exit strategy, estate tax planning or gifting purposes

• Initial implementation of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Corporate or partnership dissolution, including valuations to contest buy-sell agreements or divorce

• Litigation support

Throughout the valuation process, we work closely with your management team in gaining an understanding of the business and company-specific factors that may affect value, as well as in developing financial projections. This exploratory phase of the project aids in establishing the best method for valuing the business and elements for business valuation.

Appraisal types range from a Complete Self-Contained Report to a Summary Report to a Calculation of Value. The approach and methods used differ based on compliance with the requirements set forth by the American Society of Appraisers, Institute of Business Appraisal, as well as the Internal Revenue Service Rulings and precedent setting court cases.